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WCNY Partners with Syracuse Athletics for New Television Series ‘Gamechangers’
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October 23, 2025
WCNY, Central New York’s public communications organization, in partnership with Syracuse University Athletics, is proud to announce the premiere of its new television series, “Gamechangers,” airing Thursday, Oct. 30 at 8 p.m. on WCNY-TV.
The first season of “Gamechangers” will feature the Syracuse Women’s Basketball team. Hosted by Sean Dorcellus and featuring Head Coach Felisha Legette-Jack, “Gamechangers” is a bi-weekly, 30-minute series that goes beyond the court to explore how championship-caliber programs are built through values, leadership, teamwork, and community.
Each episode will feature five recurring segments:
Inside the Huddle: Coach Jack recaps the team’s recent performances and highlights standout players.
Player Profiles: Sean Dorcellus sits down with players to share their stories and lives beyond basketball.
Slice of Orange: A behind-the-scenes look at team culture, recruiting, and leadership development.
Beyond the Arc: Showcasing the team’s community involvement and service work.
The Next Play: A preview of upcoming opponents and strategies, plus presentation of the “Hard Hat Award” to a player who exemplifies character, academic excellence, and basketball performance, sponsored by Bank of America.
“’Gamechangers’ embodies WCNY’s mission to tell stories that inspire and strengthen our community,” said Mitch Gelman, WCNY President and CEO. “This partnership with Syracuse University Athletics and its dynamic Women’s Basketball program celebrates leadership, perseverance, and teamwork, values that extend far beyond the court.”
“We’re excited to partner with WCNY on ‘Gamechangers’ to showcase the exceptional work Coach Legette-Jack and our women’s basketball program are doing on and off the court,” said Director of Athletics John Wildhack. “Our student-athletes have outstanding stories that deserve to be told, and we’re grateful to WCNY for their commitment to providing an inside look at our program to the Central New York Community.”
“Gamechangers” premieres Thursday, Oct. 30 at 8 p.m. on WCNY-TV and will air bi-weekly thereafter. Episodes will also be available to stream on-demand at wcny.org/gamechangers and on PBS Passport.
To learn more, visit wcny.org/gamechangers. For viewing details, visit wcny.org/wheretowatch or stream live at wcny.org/livestream.
For media inquiries, please contact Lauren Easton at lauren.easton@wcny.org or 585-797-4314.
About WCNY
WCNY was founded in 1965 as The Educational Television Council of Central New York. Today, it is a public communications organization that produces content across multiple platforms, including television and radio, dynamic web and targeted email content, the WCNY CONNECT magazine, and social media. Through its media platforms, in-person and virtual events, WCNY brings local coverage and educational services to Central New Yorkers. WCNY operates four digital, pledge-free broadcast channels and three radio stations. Classic FM is one of the few radio stations in the world dedicated to locally programmed classical music, and Pulso Central is Central New York’s first Spanish-language radio station.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private research institution located in Syracuse, New York. Committed to academic excellence, leadership development, and student success, Syracuse fosters a culture of integrity, service, and achievement across its academic and athletic programs. Through its athletics department, the University continues to support initiatives that promote the well-being and holistic development of its student-athletes.
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